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9 GREAT THINGS THIS MONTH Honk! Fest West May 31-June 2 Watch street bands perform in various neighborhoods and communities of Seattle. www.honkfestwest.org
Seattle International Dance Festival (SIDF) June 7-22 This festival celebrates the art of dance and has indoor and outdoor performances at various Seattle locations. www.seattleidf.org Georgetown Carnival June 8 Head to this annual free carnival for fun for the whole family that includes live music, food, drinks and more. www.georgetown merchants.org “Wicked” June 12-July 7 The untold story of the Witches of Oz—long
before Dorothy arrived— hits the Paramount Theatre stage. www.stgpresents.org Festival Sundiata Black Arts Fest June 15-16 Celebrate the arts and culture derived from people of African descent at this festival in Seattle Center. www.festivalsundiata.org Father’s Day BBQ on Blake Island June 16 Treat dad to a four-hour adventure with barbecue on the water and a chance to explore Blake Island with Argosy Cruises. www.argosycruises.com
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AVP Seattle Open June 21-23 Pro volleyball men’s and women’s players compete for the Space Needle AVP trophy at Lake Sammamish State Park. www.avp.com Bacon, Eggs & Kegs June 22-23 Enjoy drinks, bacon and more with at least one $5 dish per food vendor at CenturyLink Field. www. baconeggsandkegs.com Seattle Pride Parade June 30 The 45th annual Seattle Pride Parade beings at 4th Avenue in downtown and ends near Seattle Center. www.seattlepride.org
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